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After School Tutoring – Succeed in School and Beyond

It’s no secret that school is tough, and the key to success shouldn’t be a secret either. The traditional approach of brick-and-mortar schools works for some students, but other students need something more. This is where after school tutoring comes in. After school tutoring can help students of all ages and backgrounds. No matter the subject matter or level of …

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How to Prepare for the BC Grade 12 Literacy Assessment

BC’s curriculum is always evolving, and it’s important to stay updated with the expectations placed on students. On top of the many graduation requirements for high school students, the grade 12 literacy assessment is necessary for graduation. So, what is the grade 12 literacy assessment, and how can students prepare? Check out our top tips to get your graduate ready …

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Homeschool Pods, Pandemic Pods – What Are They, and How Can Tutoring Help?

As public schools gear up to reopen in September, many parents are raising concerns about the associated risks. COVID-19 is still a threat, and sending the kids back to school might put them in danger. As a response, parents are organizing pandemic pods, also known as homeschool pods, and many are enlisting the help of tutoring services. How Do Homeschool …

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Help BC Special Education Students During COVID-19

COVID-19 has presented many challenges for everyone in BC, students included. The world of education has been turned upside down, and kids have had to adapt. Most students have options, but special education students in BC are often overlooked. With so many restrictions due to COVID-19, the transition to online learning is difficult for special education students in BC. It’s …

School District 68 Back To School Options

Letter from the Board of Education and Superintendent Offices: Monday, August 10, 2020 RE: Return to school options Dear Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools’ families, We continue to plan for the return of all students in September, taking into consideration the updated health and safety guidelines from the Provincial Health Office and the Ministry of Education along with feedback from our stakeholders …

What are Learning Groups?

  On July 29, Dr. Bonnie Henry and Minister of Education Rob Fleming announced that B.C. K-12 students can be organized into learning groups when they return to school in September, as a measure to limit the number of in-person interactions and prevent the spread of COVID-19. Learning groups are groups of students and staff who remain together throughout a …

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Online Math Tutor Checklist

Many students are converting to online education, and that means many parents are looking for an online math tutor. How do you know which one to choose? We’ve made a list of the top 6 most important features your online math tutor needs to have. 6. Virtual Whiteboard Math is a subject that students can master through repetition. That means …

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How to Keep Kids Healthy When They Return to School

COVID-19 has put the brakes on normal life. Parents and students have had to adapt, and everyone is experiencing things differently. In an attempt to make sense of everything, we’ve come up with a checklist to help you keep your kids healthy when school starts in the fall. Not everyone will be going back to brick-and-mortar schools, so we have …

What is an IDS Course in British Columbia?

Life in beautiful British Columbia comes with more perks than we can count. And, yes, an amazing education system is one of them! Students in British Columbia can take part in a variety of alternative education programs. Another fantastic feature is the ability to complete IDS courses. You might be wondering, what is an IDS course in British Columbia? Well, …

What is Cross Enrolment?

Since COVID-19 and other world events are causing a lot of uncertainty with education, many parents are seeking alternative learning options. The schooling landscape is always changing, and the virus has only accelerated this process. On the bright side, all this time away from traditional school has helped us highlight just how many alternatives are available to students. We’ve explored …